Kiowa, OK vs Oakhurst, OK

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Kiowa is 15.9% cheaper than Oakhurst. With a cost index of 59 vs 70, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Kiowa to Oakhurst should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Kiowa is $723/month compared to $879/month in Oakhurst — a 18% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Kiowa is more affordable at $70,900 median vs $147,700.

Median household income in Kiowa is $45,625 compared to $61,500 in Oakhurst (-25.8%). While Oakhurst is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Kiowa spend roughly 19% of their income on rent, more than the 17.2% in Oakhurst.